“…a subtle but important distinction between time and the rock record of time. Geologic time is divided into eons, eras, periods, epochs and ages, and the corresponding rocks into eonothems, erathems, systems, series, and stages.Time (chronos) could happen without rocks (representing kairos) but not the […]
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Photography & Artistic Meaning in the Age of AI
My love of photography is driven by the desire to document moments I find interesting. The expressive side of my craft allows me to create images for ideas and feelings that are difficult to pin down with words. My artistic taste leans toward the surreal […]
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Encountering an Eternal Cycle | The Great Bear Rain Forest, British Columbia
Thoughts and photographs from aboard a tiny tugboat in the immense Great Bear Rain Forest of British Columbia; watching grizzly bears in the rain, passing beneath misty mountains, following wolf tracks across sandy beaches, and ruminating on the slow swimming of a spawned salmon towards infinity.
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Lessons in Vulnerability on the Stormy Oregon Coast | Personal Work
Vulnerability enhances courage and purpose, reflecting our fear and disconnection. The author’s coastal experiences evoke clarity, fostering appreciation for relationships and solitude amidst nature’s beauty and challenges.
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Wapusk National Park From Above | Travel Photography
Manitoba features diverse landscapes, from prairie farmland to the Hudson Plains ecozone in Wapusk National Park, vital for polar bears. The park, recognized for its archaeological significance and ecological importance, reflects the fragility of its ecosystems amid climate change’s impacts.
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Salmon Bay, British Columbia | Adventure Travel Photography
On a crisp autumn morning at Salmon Bay, British Columbia, I embarked on a guided walk through the lush Great Bear Rainforest. Our guide emphasized the importance of being present in nature. The serene landscape, evidence of wildlife, and the influence of salmon migration highlighted the ecosystem’s richness, offering a profound exploration experience.
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Dusk Reflections on Photographing the Great Bear Rainforest | Personal Work
“It is the hour of pearl—the interval between day and night when time stops and examines itself.” – John Steinbeck Photographed from aboard the charming tug MV Swell, darkness falls across the deep forest and birds flying low over still water of K’ootz/Khutze Inlet in […]
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Isa Lake | Travel Photography
Isa Lake, in Yellowstone Park, sits atop the Continental Divide, with water draining to both the Pacific and Atlantic. Snowmelt sustains the colorful lake at 8262 feet.
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Hoh Rain Forest | Travel Photography
The Hoh Rain Forest, nestled between Mount Olympus and Washington’s west coast, captivates with its lush ecosystem and mossy trees. The Hall of Mosses trail offers a magical, accessible exploration of this unique environment.
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Aurora Borealis Photography
Living in the southern part of Manitoba in the middle of Canada means that in theory there are many opportunities to view the northern lights as they dance above the expansive prairie landscape. Unfortunately most such events seem to have their best displays at three […]
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Yorke Island, British Columbia | Travel Photography
Travel off the beaten path sometimes means visiting places that can only be reached by other means. On a beautiful, wandering adventure through the Inside Passage along the eastern shore of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, one such experience was found on a tiny island […]
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Sastrugi Photography | Winter’s Sculptural Textures
The coldest days and nights of winter on the Manitoba prairie are marked by the relentless howl of powerful winds. Sweeping down from the arctic and across the snow-covered landscape, these gales leave their mark in the rippled textures known as sastrugi. As a photographer […]
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